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Xianggui Decoction

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Xianggui Decoction,For abdominal masses and distension, epigastric fullness and obstruction, dryness and constipation of the large intestine, pain in the lower back and abdomen, flushed face, and dry mouth.

Formulas Name : Xianggui Decoction

Chinese Name : 香桂汤

Drug Formulation

Cinnamon Bark (with coarse outer bark removed) half liang, Aged Tangerine Peel (white pith removed, baked, and stir-fried) half liang, Areca Nut (raw, coarsely chopped) half liang, Angelica Root (sliced, baked) half liang, Licorice Root (roasted, coarsely chopped) half liang, Wood Fragrance half liang,Peony root half liang, Trifoliate orange peel (pits removed, stir-fried with wheat bran) half liang, Rhubarb (chopped, stir-fried) half liang.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 72.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For abdominal masses and distension, epigastric fullness and obstruction, dryness and constipation of the large intestine, pain in the lower back and abdomen, flushed face, and dry mouth.

Instructions for Use

Take 5 qian per dose; boil with 1.5 zhan of water until reduced to 8 fen; strain after meals and take while warm.

Xianggui Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 72.,For abdominal masses and distension, epigastric fullness and obstruction, dryness and constipation of the large intestine, pain in the lower back and abdomen, flushed face, and dry mouth.

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